Tuesday, December 22, 2009

My Blog Anniversary!

I'm not home, but I scheduled this post because today is my one year blogging anniversary!! I just had to write a little somethin' somethin'! I set out a year ago, 281 posts ago...completely clueless:) I didn't know a thing about how to blog. I wasn't sure what I was going to talk about or if anyone would be able to find me to even read it. But for some reason, day after day it came...the words came, the inspiration came and finally the readers came. I can only attribute it to God. He has filled my heart with so much to share and through that whole process He has given me a lot of new friends. I can honestly say that blogging has changed my life:)

There are times though that I question why I do this. We all know it's really time consuming, but more than that sometimes blogging makes me feel "less than"... I compare myself to other bloggers and feel intimidated. They seem to have it all together with their gorgeous homes, wonderful recipes, amazing crafting ability, pictures etc... This is a little embarrassing to admit, but the green eyed monster comes out and I have to deal with those envious thoughts. I have to remind myself that it's not a competition! I am who I am and that is exactly who God made me to be. Please tell me you've experienced this!

With this New Year approaching my goals are to just listen to what God is trying to tell me, look for opportunities to share my life and art with the world, and to just be! He put these desires in my heart; to blog, to paint, to share...so I give it over. Please know you have all encouraged me so much this past year!! Your comments and letters have always come at the perfect time. They bless my heart day after day and fill me with the inspiration to continue. I love ya...I really do!

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I do understand what you mean by comparing what I have with others! My "green eyed monster" is others sewing skills! I want to sew like mad...but it is a very slow process. I get discouraged by seeing what others can do so easily. I told my husband I feel like Madame Blueberry (Veggie Tales.) I bet you know who she is. :) I am reminded by God that He gave me my gifts. He knows the desires of my heart. He will give me the knowledge to get there...even if it is in His time. So, I wait and learn. :) Hope you are having a lovely time in Illinois! We are going there today! Merry Christmas!!! Shann

Excellent post, Becky! You are right on with the fact blogging is not a competition (though women seem to like to make everything such...) we're all just sharing who we are, and what we go through, and it doesn't matter if we have 1 comment or a hundred, if we're not ultimately blogging so that the Glory of God would be revealed somehow and in someway even the littlest inkling of a bit, we're blogging for the wrong reasons. At least, that's how I see it. ;) You are an inspiration! Happy one year Blogaversary, I'm happy to know you in this world of friends.

I must admit that I am also envious of some of the other blogs but I do shoo it away. Just so you know, you are a little intimidating also! LOL I love to read your posts and see what is going on in your life.My blog needs serious help! Not only am I boring, but my poor little blog is in need of some maturity. I'm just not sure how to do it. It will come in time I am sure!

it's hard not to compare yourself to other bloggers, I just wrote a post about it too, I am so blessed to know your family and I love everything you post, your adventures and your heart are all things that I look forward to when I see your site, you are loved and valuable and beautiful, congrats on your blogiversary!

Happy Anniversary Becky! I adore your blog so much!!! I've felt the same way about other people's blogs, but you're right about praying and giving it to God. Everything is His and I love how he brings us bloggers together to encourage, uplift and have fun! May He bless you abundantly in all your heart's desires for year 2!

Girl, you are just the cutest and sweetest! happy Anniversary and I am so glad that I found your blog and you are an inspiration to me and to many..keep up the wonderful writing and thanks for always being yourself, just who God made you!

Happy Anniversary, lady! I am so happy our virtual paths crossed. I can't believe you've only been at this for a year! You're a pro. :) I love what you shared about comparing...it's so nearly impossible not to do! It's so true that all we can be is who we are. I set out to blog for MYSELF. No one else. I have to remind myself of that from time to time in order to keep the right perspective.

Oh Happy Blog-iversary! And, don't worry, a lot of us feel the same way...that we may not "measure up" to someone else's blog, etc. Remind yourself that you are one-of-a-kind and that your blog belongs to you...that's what makes it special:) And you rock!

I love you too and am so thankful I found you! I had run into your blog a time or two and moved on(didn't want to intrude on someone I didn't know)It took about a minute to get to know you..I love your heart and how you express your real feelings and your art work is so amazing! We each have so much to give to strengthen and lift each other. I don't feel competition, I feel admiration and love and lifting from so many talented, sweet, real women out there. I truly believe we are "sisters"...so happy to have connected with you...you are beautiful inside and out! Have a very MERRY CHRISTMAS! Come say hi :D

Well then Becky happy blog anniversary. Know that I feel blessed to know you, to know your real, to know your true. Hoping your trip is going wonderful and that your Christmas is blessed with all things that matter.

Happy Anniversary Becky! You have an amazing blog. You have a gift for showing such realness when you write out your thoughts and when you create your special art. Don't you remember me telling you that you are one of the special people that inspired me to blog? And that is because my heart was encouraged with your honesty about life. Just by being YOU, others are being encouraged, changed and motivated to follow their dreams and become all God's created them to become. So keep on keepin on just as you are. Truly, you've made a big difference in my life. I'm so glad you are my friend!

I've been missing you, Christmas preparations have been so busy - thank you so much for popping over to say bye before you left for your parents though, that was truly so sweet of you.

I loved this post.....1 year and 500 followers.....how fabulous you are! Your blog is honest, warm and friendly, I love that you have shared so many things and it has been wonderful to share your journey with you.

I am not an envious person by nature....but I do know what you mean....there are some amazing blogs out there.....and yours is ONE OF THEM!!! I am so excited for you that you have set up your Etsy shop, that is so fantastic...and very exciting!

I loved what you wrote in your post below about it only seeming not long ago that you were one of the little ones running around and now you're the grown up....I know just what you mean.

Have a wonderful Christmas (your Mom sounds wonderful, I am sure you will!), I look forward to sharing 2010 with you....who knows what it will bring?!

Happy Anniversary, Becky!!!Yes, I've been there. . .I AM there!. . .none of my family members understand why I blog. I want me to write, but not like this. It is special to me, too. Yes, it is time consuming.Your goals are awesome! Your heart is in the right place. God is using you!Merry Christmas!

One year only! It seems liek you have been blogging forever...you are a little too good to have only been blogging a year! Very cool! Congratulations to you! Did you get any gifts for your one year :) ? Wouldn't that be funny :)

Congratulations on your one year anniversary of blogging. I think you are awesome and I love visiting your blog. You are so down to earth and so creative. Your blog rocks! I have been to blogs that make me feel like I wish that I could be a better stamper/scrapper, or better at taking photos but that's as far as it has gone for me. I don't think that I will ever have it all togeher. :)

I love the photo of you.You look lovely. I also love that you have snow coming down on your blog. Oh so very pretty.

Happy Anniversary Becky! Congrats on all you have done...it is so hard not to compare or feel inadequate blogging...I have to remind myself at least once a week why I am doing it. :) I'm joining you on your resolution to listen to God and simply BE. Thank you and merriest of Christmases to you and yours! luv, trina

Becky, congrats on your 1 year. I hope I get there! Sometimes I think how much time I put into this and am I really getting anything out of it. I have never been a good writer and I get nervous that I will sound like an idiot. I am so thrilled to have met you and you have inspired me to just be me and not worry about others! I believe the reason I am blogging is because of people like you, so thank you!Megan

I can't imagine now....there ever being a time when you are not a part of my life!!! Isn't that crazy???? I love you so deeply. I adore your friendship and admire the woman that you are in the Lord. Merry Christmas.

Happy blog-anniversary and Merry Christmas. Do you know that I feel exactly the same way? And I suspect that most ladies do too. That's the nature of us gals - to compare ourselves, always trying to measure up. But the positive thing is that it has changed my life as well. I feel so encouraged and like there are so many great ladies who support me when I spill my heart on the pages of my blog. God gave us sisters to help carry our load and encourage us. I consider you one of my blogging sisters, and I can't wait til your second year of posts!

Congrats! Sometimes it's hard not to compare ourselves to the talent that others have, but I work hard to reframe it, and think about what I've learned from the incredible women I've "met" in the blog world. I think I am the LEAST artistic person I know... but I'm inspired beyond words by all of you, and that gives me the courage to try to create the things I see others do. Some turn out, some don't. (Thank heavens for the blog shops and Etsy!) You are a gift, and I too, am happy I found you! Keep up the beautiful work!

Congrats! Keep up the wonderful work. I love your blog! As for the green eyed monster, I don't believe that any one person could say that they have never felt it. Your words are inspiring, so keep speaking from your heart. Merry Christmas!

Happy Blogiversary!! The blog world is a better place with you sharing your heart, inspiration, and love with us so often. May the best be yet to come and may our Heavenly Father continue to fill and lead you as you seek Him!

Happy anniversary!! I hope you had a lovely day yesterday and that all is well.

I think we all feel like that sometimes but on the whole, I've discovered that regardless of how someone appears, the chances are they have the same doubts and fears that we all have from time to time and it is how they handle it or disguise it that's different. :O)

I'm looking forward to being a better bloggy friend after the new year, it has been hectic and normality will suit me better this year, methinks.

I am catching up today in my reading and here I am. First off ~ Happy Anniversary!! I love your blog Becky and always look forward to your posts. You write from your heart ~ your faith ~ your love of your family and your creativity are things to cherish. Please do not ever change ~ I love you just the way you are. Hope your holiday was delightful ~ miss you! xo

Congrats on your blogging anniversary! It is so exciting to know how far you have come from the beginning, and I feel the same way about my own blog. I also know what you mean about reading everyone else's and comparing their lives to yours... but I learned early on to just appreciate the few things I have and let those things shine on my blog. But I always wish I was more creative, a better cook, and lived in a different city when I see other people's blogs! :)

I just have to say... your blog is a breath of fresh air! I was just having the same feelings today after reading someone's blog... and had to just shut it off and deal with the green eyed monster. ;) I love your honesty & creativity & soul!

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Hi...I'm Becky. My life's journey so far has led me to marry my high school sweetheart. We've been married for 22 years, have 2 beautiful girls and a furry creature named Fergie. My painting style is very simple, colorful and almost childlike. I grew up in rural Illinois hence, "Farmgirl Paints". I get my creative inspiration from God. It is only through His giftings that I have any ability whatsoever.